| Pleasant Valley Fire District Commissioner Melissa Lawlor recently served as a presenter at the Mental Wellness Symposium hosted by the First Responder Center for Excellence at the University of Iowa.
Lawlor’s presentation, “Returning to Ourselves: Integrative Approaches to Trauma Care,” introduced neuroscience-informed tools and practical strategies aimed at supporting nervous system recovery beyond traditional talk therapy.
The symposium emphasized the importance of health, wellness, and resilience for first responders and their families. The event encouraged conversations about innovative approaches to trauma recovery.
The Pleasant Valley Fire District was strongly represented at this important event. Melissa Lawlor’s expertise contributed valuable insight, helping advance the discussion on trauma care for first responders. |
